Coronation Street and Early Doors star Rodney Litchfield has died at the age of 81.The Wigan-born actor, also known for his appearances in Emmerdale and Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights passed away in his sleep at the weekend.Phil Mealey, who co-wrote Early Doors with Craig Cash, revealed the news on Twitter, writing: “Really sad news that Rodney Lichfield aka Old Tommy passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday aged 81, having been poorly for some time.Really sad news that Rodney Lichfield aka Old Tommy passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday aged 81, having been poorly for some time. We were blessed to meet and cast him as he was absolutely perfect.
